Cultural Arts Camps

Register online or in person at any Palm Beach Gardens Recreation front desk.

All of our Cultural Arts Camps take place at Burns Road Recreation Center. Many of the full-day camps are for 6-13 year olds and take place from 7:30am - 6pm, with organized activities starting at 9am and ending at 5pm. However, there is such a variety of camps that ages and times vary. Specialized contractual instructors are hired to lead campers in specific cultural arts projects and activities.
Many of the Cultural Arts Camps include swimming days at the PBG Aquatic Complex. Please refer to each camp's weekly schedule, when available, to see which days will be swimming days and what your child needs to bring. Cultural Arts campers do not go on field trips. Campers must bring or buy a lunch and snacks daily.

If a camp is full, please consider putting your child on a waiting list. Many times we have cancellations before the camp begins.

Lunch Menus for Full-Day Camps

New! Rhythm & Soul - Dance & Yoga

Awaken your body and soul in this invigorating afternoon camp. Classes begin by centering each student with a fun meditation and yoga stretch. We will focus on deep breathing techniques, balance and improving flexibility. The afternoon continues with classes in Jazz, Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Improvisation & Hip Hop. Campers will also engage in problem solving group activities to build self-esteem and cooperation. Each day will conclude with a cool down and positive affirmations. Campers will have an in-studio demonstration of what they learned upon conclusion of the camp on Friday at 4:30pm. Please bring a drink and daily snack.

Krafty Kidz

If your child’s love of crayons has moved past the sketchpad and onto the walls, maybe it’s time to foster their budding creativity at art camp. We have lots to offer your pint-sized Picassos, such as drawing, painting, clay, fabric creation and much more! We love glitter & glue, but sometimes it’s nice to think outside the ‘Crayola box’ and find further inspiration ~ where clean-up is not part of the equation!

New! Twirl & Swirl

Consider linking these two half-day camps. Campers registered for both AM and PM sessions will remain with our staff in between camps and must bring or purchase a lunch.

Twirl (A.M.)

Dance your way through the morning! Begin with a warm up and heat up your summer with ballet, jazz, modern and tap. Dance games, improvisation and more! Jazz or ballet shoes and tap shoes are recommended. We have a limited supply of dance shoes available for loan.

Adventures in Art

Come along with us on a colorful adventure as we explore sculpting, painting, collage and much more! We will undertake a variety of unique art projects. Campers learn how to express their creativity while making new friends. We will also practice advanced drawing skills and learn advanced techniques with paint and oil pastels. Organized activities begin at 9am.

Age: 8-13

Instructor: Jennifer Jenkins

Campers must bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen on Tuesday and Thursday.

New! Shake, Rattle, Relax & ReUse! - Dance, Yoga & Mini Junk Camp

Campers begin the day with a dance warm-up, stretching and learning a variety of dance styles such as ballet, jazz and lyrical. Campers will also be introduced to yoga. Instructors reinforce positive body image, good self-esteem & share nutrition tips for healthy eating. Campers then spend the afternoon learning new ways of transforming everyday objects into extraordinary works of art, developing their imaginations, problem solving skills, and love for the environment in a fun, hands-on way that is unique to Resource Depot! Every day includes a fun mix of staff-led projects in a variety of themes including collage/assemblage, sculpture, jewelry, drawing/printmaking, and science/engineering. Dance shoes are preferred but not required. Organized activities start at 9am.

Age: 6-10

Instructor: Lindsay Rybak-Alfrey/Rosalynn Garey/Resource Depot Staff

Please buy or bring lunch and snacks daily.

Campers must bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen on Tuesday and Thursday.

New! Mini Mozart: Youth Orchestra of Palm Beach County

This violin string camp is specifically designed for younger students with limited or no experience. We
boast a low student-to-teacher ratio with certified music instructors and a short recital on the final day of camp. On-site "FUN" activities include our splash water park, playground time and much more! Instrument rental is included. Spaces are limited, so don’t delay your registration for this specialty camp.

Film Making

It will be a blockbuster summer at The Director’s Cut with our NEWLY designed film workshop. Use GO PRO ACTION cameras, HD cameras and the latest digital equipment and hardware to film and edit your next big block-buster. Participants will storyboard, write a script, learn all about camera angles and cinematography, before filming and editing their movies. Participants will also design web pages, social media feeds, posters and trailers to advertise their upcoming movies. Family and friends will enjoy a red carpet film festival on Friday afternoon from 3-4pm, and participants will receive a chaptered USB key with their film on it. All materials are included. Director’s Cut programming runs 9am-3pm.Week 3 ONLY: Daily organized activities from 7:30-9am and 3-6pm will be provided by PBG Staff.

New! “FUN-gineering”
(a Mad Science camp)

Take an in-depth look at the science behind everyday machines and cool science in this camp about engineering. We’ll see how your Jr. Mad Scientist brings their inner engineer to life while they construct an amazing kaleidoscope, learn about levers and automatons and create their own contraptions.

In the process, we’ll become architects by building our own geodesic dome that we’ll even get a chance to climb inside! Daily organized activities start at 9am. Mad Science programming ends at 3pm. Activities from 3-6pm will be provided by PBG City Staff.

Kids’ Cooking Challenge

Full-Day Option

Calling all chefs! PBG is offering a full day cooking camp similar to popular TV programs! Each day we will have a delicious cooking lesson and then all ‘chefs’ will be given a mystery basket to explore and create fun and exciting recipes! We will incorporate nutrition tips, and engaging games in this ‘all about the food’ fun program. Food will be provided.

Daily organized activities start at 9am. Fun Chefs programming ends at 3:00pm. Activities from 3:00-6:00pm will be provided by PBG City Staff. ​Due to common food allergies, parents will be required to sign a waiver to register for this program.

Kids’ Cooking Challenge

Half-Day Option

Calling all chefs! PBG is offering a half-day cooking camp similar to popular TV programs. Each afternoon we will have a delicious cooking lesson and then all ‘chefs’ will be given a mystery basket to explore and create fun and exciting recipes! We will incorporate nutrition tips, and engaging games in this ‘all about the food’ fun program. Food will be provided. Due to common food allergies, parents will be required to sign a waiver in order to register for this camp.

Lil’ Chefs

This camp will introduce your young chefs to the culinary world in a unique, wholesome and
age appropriate way. We will cook and use healthy ingredients while creating fun, delicious and
nutritious recipes. Camper’s will make a kitchen craft and create their own cookbook with recipes! This session will include your camper’s lunch. Due to common food allergies, parents will be required to sign a waiver in order to register for this camp.

Vocal Vibrations

For the budding young pop or rock star! Kids will learn to sing with impact while building performance skills. The Sing Out method will build self-confidence, vocal and musical skills and star quality. Students will learn proper singing techniques that apply specifically to performance and audition singing, all while having fun! Come join the fun as we ‘Sing Out!’ to music's greatest hits. A mini ‘concert’ tops off the week. Organized activities start at 9am.

Age: 7-13

Instructor: Sandi Russell

Please buy or bring lunch and snacks daily.

Campers must bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen on Tuesday and Thursday.

Stop Motion Animation

Unleash your inner Spielberg this summer at The Director's Cut Lego workshop. Film making crews work together with a REAL film maker to create a stop-motion animation film that is sure to rival the works of Hollywood's most talented. Small crews will storyboard, script, build, design, capture and add sound effects, titles, voices and music, culminating in your own action-packed, dramatically inspired comedy (or whatever you choose your movie to be about!) Participants will also learn how to market their films by creating a website, social media posts and movie posters. Family and friends will enjoy a red carpet film festival on Friday afternoon from 3-4pm and participants will receive a chaptered USB key with their film on it. All materials are included. Director’s Cut programming runs 9am-3pm. Daily activities from 7:30-9am and 3-6pm will be provided by PBG Staff.

Almost Famous

Learn all about acting with theatre games, improvisations, music and scene work. As the afternoon rolls around, let’s all ‘Sing Out’ while we learn proper vocal techniques, stage presence and how to develop your best voice! A mini talent’ showcase’ tops off the week. Organized activities begin at 9am.

Age: 7-13

Instructor: Sandi Russell

Please buy or bring lunch and snacks daily.

Campers must bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen on Tuesday and Thursday.

New! Inventors & Explorers
(a Mad Science camp)

Creative Contraption Warning! This is a camp designed by you, the Inventor! Each day you’ll be given a series of challenges which must be overcome by using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and the most important thing of all – your mind!

With a little bit of ingenuity, you’ll construct catapults and forts and then lay siege, fabricate a winning Egg Drop design, construct a dancing robot and assemble a working light saber to take home. While Thomas Edison said invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration, this camp is 100% fun! Mad Science programming begins at 9am and ends at 3pm. Activities from 7:30-9am and 3-6pm will be provided by PBG City Staff.

Make A Masterpiece (2-week session)

Let’s explore all the art mediums, including painting, sketching, collage and ceramics. Learn hand building with clay and create pieces using coils, slabs, pinch pots and extrusions. Learn decorative techniques using textures and colorful glazes. You may also ‘try your hands’ on the pottery wheel. Organized activities start at 9am.

Age: 8-13

Instructor: Jennifer Jenkins/Nancy Martinez/Walford Campbell

Please buy or bring lunch and snacks daily.

Campers must bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

New! Ta-Da! Drama Camp

Introduce your child to the world of theatre. We build their self-esteem through drama games and improvisation. Stagecraft will engage our actors and actresses for the afternoon. No formal showcase or performance will be included in this camp. Just join in and have lots of fun! Organized activities start at 9am.

Age: 6-10

Instructors: Melissa Jacobson/John Lariviere

Please buy or bring lunch and snacks daily.

Campers must bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen on Tuesday and Thursday.

New! Wild Adventures
(a Mad Science camp)

Nature is calling…will you answer? In this camp, children will learn about the critters and beasts that roam our beautiful planet. Campers will dissect owl pellets, build an insect and bird house and scavenge for food like the animals do.

They will also make awesome discoveries about Earth and what part they can play in keeping it healthy. They will make paper, learn about recycling, build their own cell and even cook solar nachos! Mad Science programming begins at 9am and ends at 3pm. Activities from 7:30-9am and 3-6pm will be provided by PBG City Staff.

Express Yourself

Budding artists will learn creative problem-solving and experimentation with instruction in mixed media. Material will include canvas, clay and fabric.

Age: 8-13

Instructor: Artist For A Day Staff

Please bring a drink and daily snacks.

Week 9 Express Yourself Schedule

WEEK

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

Week 9

July 30-August 3

9am-Noon

$120/$150

221504-9B

Wired!

Work with wire, beads and other elements to make crafty creations. Many projects will be inspired by ‘Streetwires’, an organization of artisans in Cape Town, South Africa, that create and design unique beaded sculpture.